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Bartender, cocktail waiter for hens gatherings

$5

Awesome, amazing, wonderful!!!!!

Professional cocktail maker for a private event of 2-4ppl/2hrs.

$150

Carlos is the man for the job! Highly recommend

Professional Cocktail Maker/Mixologist

$150

Sandra is the most incredible addition!

Cocktail maker / drinks

$100

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Why book a party catering service through Airtasker?

It doesn’t matter what type of event you are planning. It’s often the food and beverages that excite guests the most. The best way to anyone’s heart is indeed through their stomachs, so it’s important to knock it out of the park when planning your event’s food options. You need to meet your guests’ different dietary needs and build a menu around the event theme, all while making sure the food tastes great and feeds everyone in attendance.

To make it an easier task, you can enlist party catering experts with years of experience in crafting exceptional menus tailored to any taste, crowd size, and preference. Whether it's for a corporate event, wedding, or baby shower catering, you can find the perfect party caterers near you through Airtasker. Simply post a task, select the caterer you wish to work with, and book the service!

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Top Party Catering related questions

This will depend on the Tasker’s terms and conditions. An advance deposit might be required to procure supplies and consumables for the event, such as ingredients, as well as upfront labour fees. To ensure your expectations are aligned with the service to be provided, it is best to discuss this matter with your Tasker.

While many caterers available on Airtasker are equipped to service different types of events, it may still depend on the individual if they are willing to take on a baby shower catering request. Consult the party caterer near you before officially booking the service or specify your needs when posting your task.

Party caterers near you will come equipped with a complete set of equipment including plates, utensils, and everything they will need to serve the food. They are also responsible for setting up your tables and linens. You will not need to provide anything else.

Not all the time. This depends on the party catering service you have chosen for your party. Plated dining service requires a staff member as they will be serving dishes for every course. However, a buffet catering service will not always require staff.

Yes, you can! While caterers can advise on ideal food options for a given event or to accommodate specific dietary restrictions, you have the freedom to select every food item on the menu. This includes drinks, which you can also customise. If you request a specific brand of liquor, your Tasker may arrange this for you, provided you give ample time for preparation and are ready to cover any extra costs for this special request.

Yes, party caterers near you will need an on-premises liquor licence to serve alcohol, including cocktails. This is issued by the local government where the business is registered. In addition to this, Taskers must also have a valid business permit to operate a cocktail catering business. Feel free to reach out to your Tasker if you need to discuss this in detail.

Airtasker can cater to all your party needs from food to event documentation. You can hire event planners on Airtasker for a hassle-free experience organising your event or book a local photographer to capture those special moments.

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What do party catering services include?

What’s a party without food? If you’re short on time or have hundreds of guests to feed, leave it to the experts and book a party catering near you!


With Airtasker, hiring party caterers is now easier than ever. Taskers can assist you with every aspect, from planning and crafting a menu everyone will love, customising it to match your event's theme, serving food during the event, and even taking care of after-party cleanup.


Ensure a hassle-free celebration by selecting any of these party catering services for your next event:


Buffet style catering

Buffets stand out as a popular and versatile catering option suitable for any type of event. This is because they offer several advantages: they are more economical and easier to organise, while still delighting guests with a wide selection of food choices. Buffets are particularly ideal for accommodating large crowds and sizable events like weddings and company events, as they allow hosts to cater to various dietary preferences. This type of party catering also encourages guests to serve themselves, so there’s no additional expense for servers and waitstaff.


Cocktail catering

If you’re hosting a party centred on mingling and socialization, such as corporate networking events, cocktail party catering is your best bet. This dining style features small plates, handhelds, outdoor herbs, and other appetiser-style food options, complemented by a bar and beverage service. Guests can savour these delightful offerings while standing at high-top cocktail tables or opt for bar stools or traditional dining room table seating.


Perfect for smaller venues, intimate gatherings, and pre-events preceding larger occasions like conferences, cocktail party catering is often more cost-effective than other dining choices.


Food stations

Setting up food stations is an interesting choice for party catering near you. They're reminiscent of buffets given the diverse variety of food and beverage options, but with a unique twist. For food stations, each table features a different type of food or drink. In Australia, some exciting trends include stations for tapas, taco bars, and even a doughnut wall and a food art station.


Food stations can be accommodated in any venue size, small or large. The dining options can also be easily tailored to theme-specific events, making them an excellent choice for Halloween parties or baby shower catering.


Plated Dining Service

If you want to take it up a notch, consider plated dining services. This is another popular party catering style often reserved for more formal events such as fundraisers and galas. Typically a fancier choice, this option also comes with a higher price tag.


Choosing plated dining requires thorough planning not only of the food options, but also the other various elements that make up the dining experience, including tableware, tables and chairs, linens, and waitstaff. With plated dining, meals are served by waitstaff to all guests at the same time. Guests can also select their dinner options from a predetermined menu provided when they RSVP to your event.

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Experienced Cocktail Bartender Needed for Engagement Party

$550

Glen Waverley VIC 3150, Australia

21st Oct 2026

I’m looking for an experienced and friendly cocktail bartender for my engagement celebration in Glen Waverley, Melbourne. Event Details * Date: Saturday, 7 November 2026 * Time: 6:30 pm onwards * Location: Glen Waverley, VIC * Event: Engagement celebration * Guests: Approximately 30–40 people What I’m Looking For * Experience making a range of cocktails. * Ability to serve drinks efficiently and professionally. * Friendly, approachable and well-presented. * Confident managing a bar at a private event. * Able to assist with basic bar setup and pack-down. I am happy to provide the alcohol and mixers Ideally, I’m looking for someone who can help create a cocktail menu featuring a selection of popular cocktails and serve them throughout the evening.

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South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia

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Looking for an experienced bar person to serve drinks and canapés for 4 hours (this will include washing glass ware for approximately 20 people)

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need to waitress for baby shower for 12pm to 3.00pm

Indian Anchor for Baby Shower (Clayton)

$250

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When: Friday, 30 October 2026, 6:30 PM – 10:30 PM (4 hours) Where: Clayton, VIC Job Description: Looking for an enthusiastic, confident MC / Anchor / Host for an indoor baby shower. Event Style: This is a modern, fun party (not a ritual-heavy traditional ceremony). The evening focuses on dinner, music, socializing, and fun interactive games to get everyone involved and laughing. What We Need You to Do: Welcome guests and manage the general flow of the night. Plan and run 3 to 4 fun, interactive party/baby shower games for guests. Introduce speeches and guide the cake-cutting moment. Keep the energy lively, warm, and upbeat. Requirements: Fluent in English, Gujarati and Hindi preferred for Indian/Bollywood crowd. Prior experience hosting private parties, birthdays, or baby showers. Confident on the microphone and engaging with groups. Please share your hosting experience, Instagram, or short video clips of past events when making an offer. Ready to assign immediately.

Drink + Food Server for a small party

$100

Hendra QLD 4011, Australia

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I’m throwing a small party at my house in Hendra to celebrate a good friend getting married and I’d love someone fun to look after the drinks and food so I can enjoy it with the gals! There are only 8 of us, so it’s a relaxed and casual afternoon. When Saturday, 2:00pm to 4:30pm What you’ll be doing Making cocktails and keeping the drinks flowing (you’ll need to make a mean margarita!) Plating up and passing around small canapés Keeping things tidy during the party Cleaning up the drinks and food area afterwards What I’ll provide All the alcohol, mixers, ingredients, all food will be prepared and drink making equipment. You just need to bring yourself and a great attitude. Who I’m looking for A bubbly, friendly personality who’s happy to chat and bring good vibes! Cocktail or bartending experience is a big plus Some experience handling and serving simple food Reliable and on time If this sounds like you, send me a message with a little about yourself!

Supply and set up a balloon garland for baby shower

$100

Wellard WA 6170, Australia

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Looking for supply and install of balloon garland for baby shower. Seeking specific colours of a type of green and yellow can provide photo

Cocktail maker for a party

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Molendinar QLD 4214, Australia

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Hey everyone, Not sure if this is the right place but does anyone here hire or offer cocktail making services including alcohol and all the gear needed. Essentially I’m looking to book someone that can make cocktails in there little Stand for 2-3 hours for a 21st birthday

Cocktail bartender for 40th birthday - Alexandria 5pm+

$500

Alexandria NSW 2015, Australia

19th Oct 2026

Cocktail bartender needed for my 40th. Key details: - Required from ~5-11pm - Expecting ~20 guests - Apartment in Alexandria What I'm after: - 4-5 crowd pleasing cocktails (e.g. marg, negroni, old fashioned, espresso martini, etc.) including some batch cocktails to prepare before things commence - Wine & champagne service (beer will be self-serve from a keg) I'll provide: all alcohol, ice, glassware, mixers and garnishes Please bring: your own bar tools, and send me a shopping list for mixers and garnishes one we agree the cocktails FYI: Street parking available and there is easy lift access.

Bartender 4 hours - Cocktails

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On time work hard and amazing at doing the cocktails

Cocktail bartender/ Mixologist wanted for house party

$250

Chelsea Heights VIC 3196, Australia

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I’m looking for an experienced cocktail bartender/mixologist for my 40th birthday house party in Chelsea Heights. ⏰ Around 3 hours from 5pm- 8pm 👥 Approximately 30-40 guests I’d love someone to make and serve four cocktails throughout the evening as well as topping up wine/ cocktails as required. ☕ Espresso Martinis 💗 Woo Woos 🍊 Aperol Spritz 🪩 Spiced Rum Martinis We will supply all alcohol and cocktail ingredients. You would need to bring any cocktail-making equipment you require. Ideally looking for someone friendly, confident and experienced in making cocktails for private events. RSA preferred. The party has a Studio 40 / disco theme, so someone who enjoys a fun party atmosphere and can dress the part would be perfect! 🪩✨

Dee was absolutely amazing! We had her as the mixologist for our birthday party and she honestly helped make the night so special. She was so professional and made the most delicious cocktails. Her communication leading to the event was outstanding. We couldn’t recommend Dee highly enough. Thank you so much for helping make our birthday celebration such a memorable night.

Experienced Cocktail Bartender – 50 Person Birthday – near Hurstville

$300

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Bartender wanted for private 33rd birthday party near Hurstville on Saturday 10 October. Approximately 50 guests (about 40 will drink) at an private home in outdoor garden. Looking for a friendly, experienced cocktail bartender to set up and run the drinks station. Time: approximately cocktail service ~4:00pm–7:30pm Explain where things are + setup beforehand Cocktail menu: 1. Aperol Spritz 2. Hugo Spritz 3. Mojito 4. Piña Colada (likely have portion premixed to make easier) We will supply the alcohol, mixers, fruit/garnishes, ice and cups Would like the bartender to: 1. Have a current NSW RSA 2. Be experienced making cocktails, particularly the four above 3. Bring their own basic bartending equipment where possible — shakers, jigger, muddler, strainers, bar spoon etc. 4. Help advise us beforehand on quantities of alcohol, mixers, garnishes and ice required 5. Keep the bar area reasonably clean/tidy during service 6. Be comfortable serving approximately 50 guests Bar setup:we will set up a table. Note: There isn't a dedicated sink at the table. We have a nearby sink tap and hose and, if required can provide potable water containers/rinse tubs for cleaning equipment. Beers and soft drinks will also be available in eskies, but guests can mostly help themselves to these, so the main focus is cocktails.

Rodney was amazing, delicious cocktails and all the guest loved him.

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Verda was incredible! Thank you so much Verda everyone was talking about you until they all left. I highly recommend & will be booking Verda for all events I can xx

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The best, fun, punctual and everything you want

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Highly recommend Jesse help. Great Guy. Turned up on time and do everything that was needed.

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